The artistic masterpiece, “Still Life” by Mr. Kefor, depicts a simple, but yet complex arrangement of original items. All of the objects, including skulls, cinderblocks, flowers, a treasure chest, and a still monkey, are located in the center of the painting creating a full composition. Most viewer’s eyes are drawn to the uppermost skull because of its mysterious value fabricating an intriguing focal point to the image. With the exception of the lower skull, the objects are being supported by a large, sturdy but yet damaged cinderblock, and are displayed in a neatly fashion. The curious ensemble leaves one to imagine the connection between the items to each other and their whereabouts.
The dark, death like feeling emitted by the image is appropriately accompanied by grey tones of blues, greens, and reds. Gradually, the light fades from the left of the image to the right, creating a masterly and clever shadow effect. The background can be interpreted in many different ways due to its ambiguous structure and expertly intermixed colors. The hollowness of the objects bring an empty, gloomy emotion to viewers and the desire to fill it with the knowledge of its creation.
There is not a clearly depicted narrative given by the artist, making one think of the possibilities. The combination of skulls, flowers, and cinderblocks remind one of cemeteries, basements, or funerals giving an alarming realistic feel to the painting. Without any emphasis on certain aspects of the painting makes one’s mind free to imagine anything and everything about this exquisite painting.
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